ACTIVITIES FOR PUPILS
Elektrum Museum of Energy provides pupils and other interested parties a chance to participate in two educational activities allowing to expand knowledge about the history of the energy sector in Latvia and electricity generation. The activities are interactive, engaging and adapted for different age groups. We offer the activities during museum opening hours – at 10.00 am or 1.00 pm.
Activity "Discover Electricity!"
Classes: 1 to 5
Activity Duration: up to 1 hour
Number of Participants: up to 25 pupils
Activity Language: Latvian
During the activity, pupils will learn what static electricity is and where it occurs in everyday life, discover environmentally friendly energy sources, understand the basic principles of electricity generation and learn safety rules. In the practical task "Light the Bulb!", pupils will develop research skills and collaborative abilities.
Price: €20.00 per class
This activity for Class 1 to 3 is included as an event in the ESF Plus project "STEM and Civic Participation Events for Broader Educational Experience and Career Choice”.
Visit to educational institutions of the partners of the project No. 4.2.2.1/1/25/I/001 implemented by the State Educational Development Agency is funded by the European Social Fund Plus and the State of Latvia.
Activity "Ķegums HPP Construction Photographs – Cultural and Historical Value"
Classes: 5 to 12
Activity Duration: up to 1 hour
Number of Participants: up to 25 pupils
Activity Language: Latvian
In this workshop, pupils will explore Eduards Kraucs' photo collection (1936-1940) on the construction of Ķegums HPP which is included in the UNESCO Register. They will learn how to "read" historical photos, become familiar with ancient photographic techniques, and discover Latvia's cultural and historical treasures. They will also discover how photos become cultural and historical evidence, learn about the UNESCO "Memory of the World" programme and consolidate their knowledge through interactive games.
Price: €20.00 per class
The activity is included in the programme “Latvian School Bag".
